Factfile 14 - Protected Food Names

Protected Food Names EUROPE DIRECT ABERDEEN FACT FILE -14 Since 1993 EU legislation has provided a system known as the EU Protected Food Name scheme. The scheme highlights regional and traditional foods whose authenticity and origin can be guaranteed.... More

Protected Food Names EUROPE DIRECT ABERDEEN FACT FILE -14 Since 1993 EU legislation has provided a system known as the EU Protected Food Name scheme. The scheme highlights regional and traditional foods whose authenticity and origin can be guaranteed. Benefits of the scheme include;  registered products are legally protected against imitation throughout the EU, benefiting both producers and consumers  Increased awareness of the products both locally and throughout the EU The products are covered by three schemes;  Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)  Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)  Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG) Less